ROTTNEST ISLAND - How to Make the Most of your Day Trip from Perth

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  • @rudiwalters8846
    @rudiwalters8846 6 років тому +15

    We went a few years back and a quokka came in the restaurant and started drinking wine!

  • @annalang5687
    @annalang5687 6 років тому +36

    Quokkas are just the most adorable thing in the world.

  • @miawinters8732
    @miawinters8732 3 роки тому +13

    Rotto is one of the prettiest place I’ve ever been to, recommend bringing a snorkel as well because there are so really pretty corals and fishes! I always look forward to going there every year, also please DONT touch the quokka’s or feed them because it makes them very sick. Take selfies just don’t touch them. But 100% recommend going💕

  • @lovespinkpolka
    @lovespinkpolka 6 років тому +26

    That quokka looks like a happy cat being patted, although I didn't know we could touch them

    • @GeirFriestad
      @GeirFriestad 6 років тому +4

      johanna ruth By law you can't - you can get fined up to $1000 for doing so.

    • @GR-kw1es
      @GR-kw1es 6 років тому +4

      @@GeirFriestad Yeh but noone upholds it if your not being harmful, feeding them however is a whole different story. You will get it trouble for that, unless its a leaf or something natural they eat. I stay there every year it's awesome, but boat rides can be brutal sometimes lol.

  • @jonathandavies6862
    @jonathandavies6862 6 років тому +50

    I love these videos. Super clean, well edited. Nice variety of shots, constant good advice, funny and relevant, engaging and intriguing. So glad I subscribed :)

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  6 років тому +6

      I’m so glad you did too! Thanks so much ❤️❤️

  • @joshnavarrete6716
    @joshnavarrete6716 5 років тому +10

    I'm Mexican and I'm in love with Perth and all the surrounded areas, it's just amazing, I hope one day I can live there ♥️

    • @bridiethebird8413
      @bridiethebird8413 Рік тому

      As a person living in Perth I’m very happy that people all around the world love it.😊

  • @ilonahiemstra1147
    @ilonahiemstra1147 6 років тому +8

    I was lucky enough to live and work on rotto for 9 weeks while on my working/holiday year and it was just perfect! If you can, spend the night (or a couple of nights) on the island, it is so nice and quiet when all the day trippers have left, proper paradise! There is a hostel on the island, but be sure to book ahead. ❤️❤️❤️

    • @GR-kw1es
      @GR-kw1es 6 років тому +1

      @Michelle Kendall I normally book 1-2 weeks in advance, never had a problem except summer ofcourse but summer is too packed anyway.

  • @jamesmackie5794
    @jamesmackie5794 Рік тому

    Great video😎....spent a great day at Rotto in March 2016....Rottnest Express from Barrack Street jetty....braw cruise down the Swan River....fast boat round the island....lunch at the Dome....cycled round the island....snorkelled at the Basin....Rottnest Express back to Perth....great day....Rotto well worth a visit 😎🇦🇺

  • @thomasfeasey8234
    @thomasfeasey8234 3 роки тому +1

    Hey, if you go and see quokkas it’s actually best not to touch them becuase it can actually hurt them. The oils on our hands can sometimes burn them.

  • @ms21cg
    @ms21cg 6 років тому +8

    Loved this video! Reminded me of my trip to Rottnest a few years ago - we had lunch in Salmon Bay which as you said was a perfect stop before tackling the hill to the lighthouse! And the quokkas are the best!

  • @billmccaleb7481
    @billmccaleb7481 6 років тому +3

    those beaches were beautiful and your video shows them off well! White sand and crystal blue water...awesome! Thanks for sharing and I can't wait to see more of Perth!

  • @loveandlondon
    @loveandlondon 6 років тому +14

    I have no plans to visit Australia any time soon but this video was so well done and fun and informative that now I want to go to Rottnest Island! Although I am terrified of boats so maybe I'll have to swim XD

    • @loftyradish6972
      @loftyradish6972 6 років тому +4

      You can also catch a plane there. Every year there is the Rottenest Swim though, so it is possible to swim to Rotto.

    • @miawinters8732
      @miawinters8732 3 роки тому

      Good Luck with swimming there, it’s 30km! 😂
      But it is so pretty and I recommend staying for a night because it’s so worth it!

  • @michaelallen5993
    @michaelallen5993 4 роки тому +1

    I would highly recommend staying over it’s such a beautiful island you need two days to really explore

  • @alstoolchest6290
    @alstoolchest6290 5 років тому +4

    Brilliant video 👍 My family and I are staying in Perth in October, this looks like a fab place to day-trip too. 😀

  • @DancingGalore2000
    @DancingGalore2000 5 років тому +4

    I'm currently trying to plan a surprise day trip to Rottnest for my boyfriends birthday, I had no idea what to do when we got there and this video has helped me soo much!! I'm going to try and follow in your exact footsteps, it looks like the perfect day :) THANK YOU!

  • @BecHansen
    @BecHansen 6 років тому +10

    Ahh I'm moving to Perth in August and this has made me so much more excited!! Can't wait to check out this gem asap x

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  6 років тому +2

      Woooop 🙌🏼🙌🏼❤️

    • @loftyradish6972
      @loftyradish6972 6 років тому

      If you can, it is best to spend a few days on Rotto. There is accommodation available and it is the perfect place to really, really relax. My family go there every year at Christmas time and stay a few days so that we can relax and avoid our extended family.

  • @demilizardlover9564
    @demilizardlover9564 4 роки тому

    I am very excited because in our high school next week we can go onto Rottnest for our school trip

  • @drmila
    @drmila 6 років тому +5

    can I just say it's sooo cute how you slowly adapt the Australian accent ❤️🇦🇺 x

  • @misswendywhitt
    @misswendywhitt 4 роки тому +1

    So helpful! Thank you I’m just booking my Rottnest day trip!! ❤️

  • @JJsJourney
    @JJsJourney 6 років тому +5

    Wow, this looks incredibly beautiful! Can't wait to get there ourselves! Thank you for taking us along and for all the effort you put in your videos :)

  • @alleramajor6043
    @alleramajor6043 5 років тому +4

    I live in Perth and I’m going to Rotto tomorrow

  • @lexiplayyzz2543
    @lexiplayyzz2543 4 роки тому

    I am so happy on Monday I am going to Rottnest until Friday.

  • @EllieGirl93
    @EllieGirl93 6 років тому +1

    I’m from Perth and I just wanted to say your review of Rottnest Island was great! 😊

  • @maeacw2017
    @maeacw2017 5 років тому

    I go to Rottnest every year and I love it so much

  • @exploreaustralia6577
    @exploreaustralia6577 5 років тому +1

    Very beautiful island.

  • @Clarkey4boro
    @Clarkey4boro 6 років тому +5

    Spent a couple of days on rotto a few years back and man is this making me want to go back. Gorgeous island - do not miss the boat ride there though! 🤢

    • @rudiwalters8846
      @rudiwalters8846 6 років тому

      Clarkey4boro ye when I went the boat ride back was during a storm

  • @misspiggy9647
    @misspiggy9647 3 роки тому

    I loved parakeet bay. I have a picture of me standing at the top of those dunes.

  • @yvonnecaldwell6088
    @yvonnecaldwell6088 3 роки тому

    Good old Rotto....haven't been in years.
    I must go this summer 👍👍🧡🧡🇦🇺

  • @LeafWasp
    @LeafWasp 3 роки тому

    Looking forward to getting back soon!

  • @oneblondebackpacker3357
    @oneblondebackpacker3357 6 років тому +4

    That place looks beautiful! I'll have to take a trip there during my whv!

  • @Squicx
    @Squicx 4 роки тому

    I feel summer through this video even though it's winter

  • @terrysansom3862
    @terrysansom3862 6 років тому +1

    I so wanna go back to Rottnest, went there back in 2007 and did the bus tour, a packed minibus on a hot day was a bit of a mistake.
    I said friends after i went that its such an amazing place that if i were to propose to someone special on Rottnest is where i'd like to do it.

  • @lara_xy
    @lara_xy 6 років тому +4

    That looks so, so, so damn beautiful (the video and the actual island itself)!

  • @Connor8ness
    @Connor8ness 6 років тому +1

    I’m loving that your sister is getting really involved in the videos 😁 love the videos as usual 😁

  • @nicolearoundtheworld7497
    @nicolearoundtheworld7497 6 років тому

    This is one of the best videos you’ve made! And you are the best!!! We love you ♥️♥️

  • @868spark
    @868spark 5 років тому +1

    I took out a ton of photos I have from my days at Rottnest. One of being right at the beach you are on

  • @AdventureswithRach
    @AdventureswithRach 6 років тому +6

    It’s honestly so nice to see you going to all these places that I love so much ❤️ haven’t been to Rottnest in yeaaarsss but watching this makes me want to go back again. It’s easy to forget when all the beaches are just on our doorstep !

  • @luizewalker5880
    @luizewalker5880 6 років тому +2

    Thank you that you made such video!! It will hopefully help me when I go to rottnest Island! I just loooooooove this video! It makes me so happy and excited 💜

  • @willieboy3011
    @willieboy3011 6 років тому +1

    My wife and I are going this year. Good information. Not interested much in beaches, but the wildlife looks most interesting. How long does it take to bike around the whole island, if you never stopped? I know different people go different speeds, but I am trying to get a rough idea,

  • @DanicaChristin
    @DanicaChristin 6 років тому +3

    Such a gorgeous place! Really want to go back to Aus ... And while I'm pushing the age limit on the WHV, I just found out that I'm probably eligible for a 2 year skilled migrant visa ... 👌😁

  • @wietskejanse5951
    @wietskejanse5951 6 років тому +5

    Ohh I want to go there so badly! 😣 Can you believe that I almost moved to Perth (from Belgium) with my family a few years ago?? Sadly it didn't go through (there was something wrong with the working contract my dad got offered), but watching this video makes me want to live there so badly!! It's currently freezing here in Belgium and seeing you running around in the sunshine makes me long for summer! Great video though for when I'll eventually make my way down there, have fun! ;) x

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  6 років тому +2

      Omg no way! That would’ve been incredible😱 Well hopefully you will get to visit one day ☺️

    • @wietskejanse5951
      @wietskejanse5951 6 років тому +1

      Backpacking Bananas I know right?? I remember being absolutely devastated when I heard that the deal was off (think I cried quite a lot for a few days, I was sixteen at the time 😅), but I've promised myself that I will go there one day! ☺ X

    • @DanicaChristin
      @DanicaChristin 6 років тому +1

      Wietske Janse can you maybe get a working holiday visa?

    • @wietskejanse5951
      @wietskejanse5951 6 років тому +1

      Danica Christin yes that's the plan for when I eventuelly go, but I need to finish uni first ;) x

  • @jaimexcas
    @jaimexcas 4 роки тому

    I went there last december and let say, is a top touristic place in the world, similar to caribean and south pacific (beaches are even prettier than bali). Is a must! I recommend staying there 2 days, first day to go cyclying and other Adventure Sports and the second just enjoying yourself on the beach and relax, use the bus to visit more beaches. Btw, Australia should do way more promotion to this place.

  • @jenscott6733
    @jenscott6733 10 місяців тому

    Great video. Very informative. Thanks

  • @AdventuresinAviators
    @AdventuresinAviators 6 років тому +2

    Thanks so much! Great advice

  • @delphinelesterlost3285
    @delphinelesterlost3285 3 роки тому

    I'm headed to Perth for Christmas, hopefully I'll make it to Rottnest!

  • @Zaknewton
    @Zaknewton 3 роки тому

    Thnks so much me and my friends r going we were scared about what to do

  • @stephanieocso
    @stephanieocso 4 роки тому

    i miss perth!!!! i wish i could come back!! my paradise

  • @alexdelalune
    @alexdelalune 5 років тому +3

    This was so helpful thank you!

  • @SecretSickle89
    @SecretSickle89 6 років тому

    Thanks for taking the time to do this it’s super useful.

  • @doubletrouble473
    @doubletrouble473 3 роки тому

    Little salmon bay is my family’s fav beach

  • @RTWreset
    @RTWreset 6 років тому

    Hey guys! New subscribers here. It's nice to meet you. We are starting our RTW adventure in Australia this July! Until then, we're living vicariously through other travelers like you. Thanks for all the tips and hints!

  • @868spark
    @868spark 5 років тому +1

    God I miss Rottnest. I am so going there like in the 1st two weeks I get back to Perth.

  • @jewelsynan971
    @jewelsynan971 5 років тому

    Thanks for this I am going to root nest the weekend

  • @tessafair1723
    @tessafair1723 4 роки тому

    This vid helped us so much on our trip thanks x

  • @ChrisMeuzelaar1
    @ChrisMeuzelaar1 5 років тому +1

    Awesome video, thanks :)

  • @Schnitzeljunge
    @Schnitzeljunge Рік тому

    Beautiful.
    And the video is also good😉

  • @sophieantic313
    @sophieantic313 2 роки тому

    The rays in Rottnest Island are called Eagle Rays

  • @debrajbanerjee95
    @debrajbanerjee95 5 років тому +1

    Excellent highlights of Rottnest 🤗

  • @Notpastourprime
    @Notpastourprime 6 років тому +1

    Looks Bliss wish was there its showing bitter grey and blowing a game horrid here in uk

  • @joannacrossley2946
    @joannacrossley2946 6 років тому +1

    Great video! Thanks for the tips.

  • @jonasstaud148
    @jonasstaud148 3 роки тому

    This animal is so special and so cute. I like the mixture of kangaroo and rat it's quite cute.
    I have to travel to this island. I like the blue water.
    Thank you very much for this video. 🙏🙏

  • @princess96699
    @princess96699 6 років тому +1

    Thanks for the wonderful video. I will be going in early Oct on a weekend. Will the place be crowded then , considering it is still quite cool? I hope it won't be too deserted to cycle alone round the island?

  • @koenstravels282
    @koenstravels282 6 років тому +8

    Ooooh I want to go there sooo bad :)

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  6 років тому

      😁🙌🏼❤️

    • @scap8104
      @scap8104 6 років тому

      You should and you also need to go to Cape Le Grand in Esperance while you are in WA. It is well worth the longgg drive as it showcases the top 3 beaches in Western Australia. It is really unique and so picture like and better than Rottnest beaches.

    • @scap8104
      @scap8104 6 років тому

      Unfortunately in Western Australia, to see the most best beaches you have to go so remote and drive more than 6 hours from the Perth city to get to them!

    • @loftyradish6972
      @loftyradish6972 6 років тому

      If you end up going, I suggest you stay for a few days. There is a small hotel, there is "The Lodge" or you can get a little house which is perfect for a family of for more people, it is very simple but it is comfortable. There is also a hostel called Kingstown barracks which are dorm rooms with a big kitchen and dinner made. My family stay in one of the little houses every year for Christmas for a week and it is so beautiful and peaceful. The best thing about Rotto is that there isn't much you can do there other than swim, snorkel and laze around on the beach so if you ever need a break from the world, it is perfect. You are also basically guaranteed a beach to yourself because there are so many beaches it is just a matter of cycling far enough.

  • @PhotoStoryChannel
    @PhotoStoryChannel 5 років тому

    Let's pack and be a backpacker ...love it and subscribe

  • @vivianong2636
    @vivianong2636 6 років тому

    So excited watching your videos. OMG!!! Can I ask you about the ferry fares and bike links to the website where you got the tickets ? Please please please ... 😃

  • @dexcellentproductions2086
    @dexcellentproductions2086 6 років тому +1

    Nice video. love the format and music.

  • @justin-ej1wt
    @justin-ej1wt 6 років тому +1

    nice little island

  • @mirteschurfeld4817
    @mirteschurfeld4817 6 років тому +2

    Really cool video!

  • @AdelleCerna
    @AdelleCerna 5 років тому

    This helped a lot! Thanks :)

  • @drmike9
    @drmike9 6 років тому +5

    “There we have, lonely Tish, who is likely doing a pee, in the sea.” 🌊 🤤 🤣

  • @nomadicpanda40
    @nomadicpanda40 6 років тому

    hi christianne, i was wondering have you been on a huge roadtrip in the USA? if you have can you tell how much should i budget for it.

  • @Sarah-ye2gz
    @Sarah-ye2gz 4 роки тому

    My favourite is the basin but haven't been there in about 6 yrs 😔

  • @MrHdos
    @MrHdos 6 років тому +4

    How does someone dislike this? It's Rotto...

  • @moldovandorin6187
    @moldovandorin6187 5 років тому

    isn't there a recommendation about how to make the least of a certain day?? I would love to find it

  • @868spark
    @868spark 5 років тому

    It’s so lovely at night strolling and swimming. There’s literally no one

  • @mandyooi9963
    @mandyooi9963 5 років тому

    Thank you for the video, this has so much information to prep me for the trip.
    Quick question: for the snorkeling at salmon bay, are there any shops/station to rent the gears? Or do I have to bring my own googles as snorkeling?

  • @vik7628
    @vik7628 4 роки тому +1

    You're not supposed to touch them. It's illegal. You can be fined up to $2000. If you go back, or if any of you visit, please keep this in mind.

  • @roachtoasties
    @roachtoasties 6 років тому +1

    Nice video. I've got to visit the most "rottenest" island someday. So far I've only been to the right side of Australia. Getting to Perth all the way from California is a lot of time to be stuffed in an airplane. :(

  • @isaacfung622
    @isaacfung622 4 роки тому

    Where did u put the bike when not cycling in the beach etc.?

  • @MT-cn3qs
    @MT-cn3qs 5 років тому

    Thank you for a good stuff✌️

  • @td.i4632
    @td.i4632 6 років тому

    thank you so much for this! can you walk around instead of cycling?

  • @sacredscribble9251
    @sacredscribble9251 3 роки тому

    Thankkssssss

  • @mowglieneil
    @mowglieneil 4 роки тому

    We planned to visit 24/03/20 but Covid 19 put a stop to it,next year ???

  • @thewiseer
    @thewiseer 6 років тому

    Hi I want to ask, for each stop where do you park your bikes? Is there a lock provided?

  • @fokerfakerfuker
    @fokerfakerfuker 5 місяців тому

    Are there bikes that accommodates more persons like toddlers/elderly?

  • @hendri9344
    @hendri9344 5 років тому

    hi, great video! i'm going to perth on the next march, planning to go to the island, what types of bikes did you rent? adult or the child bikes? i'm afraid the adult bike is too big for my girl friend. she's 153 cm only.

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  5 років тому

      An adult bike should still be fine for her. You can adjust the seat up or down

  • @jessenyersh9155
    @jessenyersh9155 4 роки тому

    Is there a lot of riding around the island, if so is it possible to walk if you’re not a confident rider?

    • @bethtreasure6787
      @bethtreasure6787 4 роки тому

      yep there is heaps of riding, the island is 11km in length and the ride around the island takes 3-5 hours. It would be pretty hard walking because it's very hilly but there are some good walking trails too! Also a bus thats i think $20 a ticket but you can use it the whole day

  • @mayadam9593
    @mayadam9593 6 років тому

    I read on google they will fine 300 aud if we touch quokkas... How many hours you spend on the island?

  • @steventam6054
    @steventam6054 5 років тому

    Hi may I know which website you bought the ferry and bike tickets from?

  • @jenscott6733
    @jenscott6733 10 місяців тому

    Are you allowed to touch the quokkas?

  • @bobhope7648
    @bobhope7648 2 роки тому

    We stayed overnight. When those quokkas start moving fast at night and you can't see them it's terrifying. When they stampede those little guys hop at close to head hight at 30km/h in pure darkness.

  • @bearwithnawreenpriya8508
    @bearwithnawreenpriya8508 3 роки тому

    How to go there from Perth? How to book and from where?

  • @lokinhapink
    @lokinhapink 5 місяців тому

    What was the name of the beach where the dunes were please?

  • @jaydenkece9221
    @jaydenkece9221 5 років тому +1

    I'm foreigner. How i can go to this rottnest island from city of perth? What is the harbour name to get the ferry?

    • @mombaassa
      @mombaassa 5 років тому

      You can catch a ferry to Rottnest, either form Perth or Fremantle. It's cheaper from Fremantle, and it's not too expensive, to park your car for the whole day, near the ferry in Fremantle. You can buy the tickets on line. I went about two years ago. I think, it cost about $50 Australian, for the return ticket, and that included the cost of the bike hire on the island and parking your car in Fremantle for the day. Prices may vary according to the time of year. November to January, is the busiest period. Late March or early April is best, as long as it's not during the Easter weekend.

  • @malhagosippo
    @malhagosippo 6 років тому

    Hi.. how do you get 50% off for Thursday on fast ferries?

  • @ayh4ng
    @ayh4ng 5 років тому

    its summer? when u heading rottnest island?

  • @jenohogan9254
    @jenohogan9254 6 років тому +2

    Bucket list much. :-D

  • @DreamExploreEnjoy
    @DreamExploreEnjoy 6 років тому

    It looks like such an amazing island! How long would you say it would take to bike around it nonstop? ... not sure why, feel like i've asked this before... like deja vu :P

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  6 років тому +2

      Maybe 1-2 hours 🤔 that’s a complete and utter guess 😂

    • @DreamExploreEnjoy
      @DreamExploreEnjoy 6 років тому

      cool! knowing me and how pretty it looks, I'd probably stop every 5 minutes to take pictures haha

  • @splashofjess3108
    @splashofjess3108 5 років тому

    Great video! Rottnest Island is absolutely stunning! I have posted a video on my channel about things to do in Perth and I recommended a day trip to Rottnest! Definitely not to be missed!!

  • @joubercorlaitic.nascimento9706
    @joubercorlaitic.nascimento9706 6 років тому

    Hey, what`s up?
    Im moving in to Perth this March, and Im looking for some place to stay.
    What would be the best area in Perth in your opinion? Im thinking in Northbridge (nightlife), but an opinion from someone not actually from Perth would be great.
    This is as awkward as it gets. ahahahaah
    Thanks

    • @BackpackingBananas
      @BackpackingBananas  6 років тому +1

      Personally I’d probably go Fremantle. By the coast, good coffee culture and nightlife as well. And good transport links into the city 👌🏼

    • @IsaacAsimov1992
      @IsaacAsimov1992 5 років тому

      I'm from Fremantle and I agree with Backpacking Bananas. You can't go wrong if you choose to live withing a few kilometres of Fremantle.